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Dental Care Centre Toronto Rosedale

Dawson Dental Centre – Rosedale, Toronto (Bloor Street) is located on the north-west corner of Bloor Street East and Church Street in the heart of Rosedale, downtown Toronto. Access to our office is street level. A good way to spot us is to look for the pillar outside of our building that says: Dawson Dental Centre, Rosedale Wellness, and IBM. We are conveniently located steps away from the Subway and there is also an outdoor parking lot across the street. We are proud to offer early morning, evening and weekend appointments to suit your busy schedule and we’ll process your dental insurance claims electronically (direct billing).

Our facility has a modern flair. Once you walk through our doors, you’ll enjoy your choice of gourmet coffees and teas and watch TV or play Nintendo Wii while you wait for your appointment in our upper level patient lounge. We are equipped with elevator access and have Rosedale Wellness Centre attached to our facility, offering our patients a one-stop-shop.

Alana Drimmer, DDS

Dr. Drimmer believes that the key to good oral health is a partnership with her patients where communication is at the forefront. It starts by spending time with you to understand your dental health and discuss treatment options. Dr. Drimmer will answer questions and thoroughly explain procedures so that you are fully informed and comfortable.

Her approachable manner and gentle touch puts patients at ease and earns Dr. Drimmer their trust. She strives to provide her patients with high quality dental care that meets their particular needs and circumstances. Her patient philosophy emphasizes prevention through regular check-ups and cleanings and she is committed to your comprehensive oral health care.

Dr. Drimmer graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) majoring in Kinesiology. She continued on at the University of Western Ontario to achieve her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) in 2008.

Edward Gelfand, BSc, DMD, FICOI

Dr. Gelfand is the founder of the Dawson Dental Centres where he has been practicing since 1996. He is a graduate of the University of Toronto and Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston.

He has always been proud to provide up-to-date dentistry for his patients. With a special passion for cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Gelfand combines a scientific diagnosis of your smile with his precise artistic skill.

He has been performing smile makeovers for local residents and people flying in from all over the world. Many of Toronto’s Models are referred to him by six of the GTA’s leading agencies, and, most importantly, local clients referred by friends, family, and by their family dentists.

Dr. Edward Gelfand has dedicated his career to enhancing people’s lives both aesthetically and functionally.

“I believe that a person’s smile impacts their self esteem and confidence. It inspires me to know that I play a role in transforming not only a person’s smile, but also, more importantly, their life.”

Edward (Ted) Cox, D.D.S.

Dr. Cox earned his Bachelor of Science degree in 1983 and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1985 from the University of Alberta. Upon graduation he moved to Ottawa where he was a partner in a group practice for 11 years. Since moving to the Greater Toronto Area in 1996 he has practiced in Oakville, in the Yonge and Eglinton area and in Yorkville.

With a passion for dental aesthetics Dr. Cox completed a post-graduate program in Esthetic Dentistry at Baylor University of Texas in 1998. Dr. Cox is also certified in the BioClear Method, which is a revolutionary technique of enhancing smiles.

Dr. Cox’s philosophy is to educate and motivate his patients to make the best decisions for a lifetime of oral health. He is a lifelong learner and mentor and has a positive ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams.

Matteo Cremonese, DDS

Matteo is a graduate of York University, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Psychology, Cum Luade, in 2013. He went on to study dentistry at Trinity College, University of Dublin Dental School in Ireland and graduated in 2018. Attending an Irish university allowed Matteo to learn European dental techniques, to be combined with those used in North America.

Matteo continues to improve on his skill and knowledge by keeping up-to-date on new technology and research and attending educational hands-on practice sessions to offer the best possible care for his patients. He works under evidence-based treatments and develops customized treatment plans that offer the best possible results.

Aside from dentistry, Matteo has a passion for sports and plays soccer and ice hockey. He maintains a healthy lifestyle and continues to perform his daily physical activity regime.

Grant Yiu, DDS

Originally from Alberta, Canada, Dr. Yiu grew up beside the Canadian Rocky Mountains. He completed his Bachelor of Science degree with a specialization in psychology at the University of Alberta. He then went on to complete his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Toronto. Immediately upon graduation, he joined a small, boutique dental practice in the heart of Toronto with a focus on providing comprehensive care.

Dr. Yiu eventually moved into an ownership position, ultimately owning and running four different practices across two different provinces. His commitment to providing his patients with excellent care drives his commitment to continual improvement of his dental knowledge and skills.

Walter Yim, DDS

Dr. Yim graduated from the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Dentistry in 1988 and enjoyed his position as a clinical instructor at the University of Toronto from 1999-2011.

He has a special interest in implant dentistry and completed his mini-residency in 2004. His passion for implant dentistry is rooted in his commitment to helping his patients achieve their optimal dental health. He loves how a brand new smile can bring his patients confidence and comfort.

In his spare time, Dr. Yim is an avid tennis player. He is Vice President of the Board of Valley Tennis Club. He enjoys staying active and has a special interest industrial design which he studies part-time at OCAD.

Dr. Yim has two children, Nicholas and Celeste.

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